By Rebecca L. Watts The equity problem disproportionately affecting women and mothers in the workplace is well documented. Gender-based disparities in discretionary time, career opportunities and salary persist despite efforts to level the playing field. But as we prepare to celebrate Father’s Day, it’s important to recognize that some men also face barriers to opportunity, affecting their lives and their family’s economic situations. Fewer men are pursuing college degree programs, and the gender gap in higher education, a decades-old issue, hit an all-time high last year. Nationally, men made…